Overview
- The India Pickleball Association named DUPR its official rating, with results from IPA, IPBL and IPA‑endorsed events now flowing directly into the global system.
- From 2026, IPA tournaments must meet DUPR Verified standards, including precise score reporting, player phone authentication, organiser compliance and DUPR+ participation.
- The inaugural Indian Pickleball League ran Dec 1–7 in New Delhi, where the Mumbai Smashers defeated the Hyderabad Royals 5–1 to claim the title led by standout Quang Duong.
- Referee Derek Prince praised players’ rule discipline, strong crowd engagement and progress toward international officiating benchmarks at the IPBL.
- Indian players delivered signature upsets—Mihika Yadav, Aditya Ruhela and Arik Badami topped higher‑rated opponents—while coaches’ picks spotlighted Quang Duong and Megan Fudge as unanimous stars and highlighted rising talents like Pearl Amalsadiwala, Arjun Singh, Stavya Bhasin and Naimi Mehta.